Cedars Field

Downs, Moorland in Yorkshire Harrogate

England

Cedars Field

Swindon Lane Bottom Showing the point where the lane from North Rigton meets the A61 Harrogate/Leeds Road — Swindon Lane Bottom Credit: Chris Heaton

Cedars Field is a picturesque area located in the county of Yorkshire, in Northern England. It is a diverse landscape that combines the beauty of downs, moorland, and woodlands, creating a unique and enchanting environment. Covering an extensive area, Cedars Field offers visitors a truly immersive experience in nature.

The downs of Cedars Field are characterized by gently rolling hills covered in lush green grass. These open spaces provide a stunning backdrop for picnics, walks, and recreational activities, allowing locals and tourists to enjoy the fresh air and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The moorland of Cedars Field is a wild and rugged terrain, featuring vast expanses of heather and bracken. The rich purple hues of the heather create a striking contrast against the deep green of the moors, making it a favorite spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. The moorland is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, grouse, and deer, offering visitors the opportunity to observe these creatures in their natural habitat.

Nestled amidst the downs and moorland are dense woodlands, comprising of ancient oak and beech trees. These woods provide a tranquil retreat, with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy and a peaceful ambiance that invites exploration. The woodlands are teeming with wildlife, from squirrels and rabbits to a wide array of bird species.

Overall, Cedars Field in Yorkshire is a place of immense natural beauty and biodiversity. Its downs, moorland, and woodlands create a harmonious blend of landscapes, captivating visitors with their scenic vistas and abundant wildlife.

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Cedars Field Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.944814/-1.5334805 or Grid Reference SE3049. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swindon Lane Bottom

Showing the point where the lane from North Rigton meets the A61 Harrogate/Leeds Road

Chris Heaton

All Saints' Church, Kirkby Overblow

In the diocese of Ripon and Leeds, in the parish of Kirkby Overblow with Sicklinghall, and next to the Star and Garter pub.

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Footpath across Farmland

Here a footpath leaves Walton Head Lane near Kirkby Overblow to head north across fields before meeting another road after some 300 metres.

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Stile on Walton Head Lane

Here a stile leads onto an overgrown footpath at Snape Well about a mile west of the village of Kirkby Overblow. View looking south towards the A61.

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Bridleway to Swindon Hall

This short bridleway (about 1km in length) heads northeast from the A61 to Swindon Lane via Swindon Hall. Here it has just crossed Keswick Beck and follows the hedge before veering right below Swindon Wood seen in the distance.

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Swindon Hall, Kirkby Overblow

The bridleway from the A61 to Swindon Lane turns right in front of this impressive farmhouse.

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Boundary stone near Kirkby Overblow

This stone bears the letters K-F for Knaresborough Forest, and is dated 1767. The stone stands on part of the southern boundary of the medieval hunting forest of Knaresborough which covered a large swathe of countryside and moorland to the west of Knaresborough across land now occupied by Harrogate and for several miles beyond. The significance of the date on the stone is unknown and more research about its history is needed.

Gordon Hatton

All Saints, Kirkby Overblow

Is it medieval or Victorian? The answer is that the church is neither, having been mostly built around 1780 in a vaguely medieval style. Some 'improvements' of 1872 and a north transept which is mostly 14th century. Constructed with local sandstone.

Gordon Hatton

The Star and Garter

Kirkby Overblow has two pubs within 50m of each other in the village centre. This one is the Star and Garter, a warm and friendly pub currently offering lunches at £8.95 for 2 courses. Tempted? Update July 2023: There will be no well priced food at the Star and Garter for the forseable future as the pub has been closed for some time and some windows are boarded up. However there may be a little hope as some of the vegetation that was covering the building has gone, whilst there are builders fences at the back, suggesting that work might be in progress.

Gordon Hatton

The Shoulder of Mutton

Some 50m along the village street from the Star and Garter is the Shoulder of Mutton, another splendid village pub with a reputation for decent food.

Gordon Hatton

Walton Head Lane, Kirkby Overblow

Junction of roads near the centre of Kirkby Overblow, an up-market commuter village just 3 miles to the south of Harrogate and about 12 miles north of Leeds. Most property in the village is of the 'desirable' type, whilst village streets tend to be lined with Audis and large 4X4's. A sturdy sandstone farmhouse of the 19th century is part hidden by the hedge on the right.

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Cottages on Follifoot Lane

This terrace was probably erected as 3 or 4 farmworkers cottages in the early 19th century, but now appears to be just two houses in a much sought after village location.

Gordon Hatton